Phnom Penh Police Crack Down on Suspects in Sex Trafficking and Extortion Case

Strategic Insights -

The Phnom Penh Police Department conducted a crackdown on four suspects, accused of illegal detention, extortion of $100,000, and sexual assault. The operation, led by Lieutenant General Chuon Narin, resulted in the arrest of ZHU ZONG LIANG, YI MING XING, San Sreyni, and Suos Saravy on August 26, 2025. The suspects are being questioned and detained while evidence is collected and a case file is prepared for court.

Key Takeaways:

  • Four suspects were arrested in connection with illegal detention, extortion, and sexual assault in Phnom Penh.
  • The suspects, including two Chinese nationals and two Cambodian nationals, were accused of extorting $100,000 and committing various forms of exploitation.
  • Lieutenant General Chuon Narin led the operation, which was carried out by the Police Force of the Serious Crime Bureau and the Chamkar Mon District Police Force.
  • Evidence seized from the suspects includes a weapon, electric baton, pair of handcuffs, and related materials.
  • The suspects are currently being questioned and detained at the Chamkar Mon Police Station.
  • San Sreyni was identified as a 22-year-old Cambodian woman and housewife, while Suos Saravy is a 28-year-old Cambodian woman and salesperson.

Statistics:

  • $100,000 - The amount extorted by the suspects.
  • 4 - The number of suspects arrested in connection with the case.
  • 1 - The number of weapons seized from the suspects.
  • 1 - The number of electric batons seized from the suspects.
  • 1 - The number of pairs of handcuffs seized from the suspects.
  • 2 - The number of Chinese nationals arrested in the operation.
  • 2 - The number of Cambodian nationals arrested in the operation.

Sources:

  • Phnom Penh Police Department.